2. Kyle talked about how our own sin is one of the greatest threats to our witness to the unbelieving world. Abstaining from sin can be challenging because each of us has a sin nature that encourages those desires. And we have an enemy (the devil) who is called the "tempter" whose ultimate goal is to get us to disobey God (see Genesis 3). In the following verses, what do you see that can help us consistently win this battle? a. James 4:7-8. b. 1 Corinthians 10:12-13. c. 1 John 1:8-2:2. d. To prevent ourselves from giving in to our sinful desires, we need to set up safeguards and develop strategies. Can you think of any safeguards or strategies you have seen others use at work, at home, or in their personal or social life to help them avoid temptation? If so, explain. 3. Daniel is a great example of someone who lived his life in such a way that people noticed a difference. He was a foreigner in a land where the society, the government and the ruler were completely opposed to God. As you read part of Daniel’s story in Daniel 6:1-5, what stands out to you about the way he lived his life in this kind of hostile environment? a. What would be most challenging to you if you found yourself in a situation similar to Daniel’s? b. Can you think of what it would look like for a person to have influence like Daniel in a workplace, school or home that is closed off to God and his plan? Personal reflection and application. 1. Have everyone share one thing someone else said that stood out to them from this discussion. 2. Take prayer requests. Try to take no more than 60 seconds per person to share since we will do it all together.